We asked some of the city’s rising stars to reflect on what made a difference in their journey. We asked them to tell us about what they think the most important factor has been behind their success.

Claudio , Bradley Daniel , Fertil | Co owners of Prolific Ventures

The most important factor behind our success and our brands success is to create generational wealth and awesome returns for ourselves and our investors. Real estate investing can be far fetched for a lot of people, this platform will help bridge the gap and get your feet wet if you are an Amatuer investor looking into gettting in the real estate market. South Florida is a hot real estate market and tourist destination so because of this , people are very interested in parking their capital here. Read more>>

ShortyDooWop | DJ & Radio/Podcast Personality

I think being in control of everything has made me successful. I know some DJs that hire marketing companies to control their social media, some have booking agents that take a percentage. I like to be in control of all my bookings and all my marketing because I don’t miss opportunities that way. My clients know they are getting me and the relationship is authentic. My posts are authentic. I don’t by followers, likes, or views. I am an organic brand. Read more>>

Katerina Lube | Ballet and Stretching instructor, Personal Trainer

I’ve started my own business with an idea to deliver something that I would love to have for myself. My business focuses on a ballet and stretching classes specifically for adults. While Adult Ballet classes are becoming more and more popular, stretching classes are only starting to pick up and I offer both of this classes which anyone can greatly benefit from. Read more>>

Vanessa Munley | Fitness Model

Consistency! I learned this at a young age in gymnastics. If you want to be successful in anything you have to keep showing up. Read more>>

Celeste Madhere | Designer & Caribbean Sea Lover

I would say the most important factor behind the success of Olivia London is our ability to provide unique swimwear. I’ve always loved fashion and creating looks that you didn’t see on others. When it came to swimwear, I wanted pieces that stood out and created conversation (in a good way). When I started Olivia London I was nervous. There were tons of brands in the marketplace already. Read more>>

Takeisha Hardaway | Music Producer, Game Audio Designer, Graphic Designer, and Teacher, Author, Composer, Game Design,

The most important factor behind my success is strategic focus because in order to lead in the business to the greatest, I must have that mechanism to focus on what is best and important and keep from getting distracted. Keeping focus assists me in focusing on my goals and also aiming towards success and knowing what I want. Read more>>

Brenda Freeman | Management consultant and public board director.

I believe the most important factors that propelled my success are my resilience and out-sized helping of optimism. In my earlier years, I always felt that if I was able to get the intro that I could close the deal, whatever that might be. Almost all of the jobs that I have held were a result of networking. Read more>>

Mario Naar | CEO Chèvre Miami

I think personally it’s the passion. Without passion you really don’t have much success in the hospitality industry. I think if you really have passion the odds are in your favor to succeed. Read more>>